Dover AFB Lifeguard and Pool Services
ID: FA4497LifeguardType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4497 436 CONS LGCDOVER AFB, DE, 19902-5016, USA
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    The Department of Defense, through the 436 Contracting Squadron at Dover Air Force Base, is seeking qualified small business vendors to provide lifeguard and pool services at the Dover Swimming Pool from May 20, 2025, to September 30, 2025. The selected contractor will be responsible for ensuring swimmer safety, enforcing pool rules, and performing emergency interventions, while also maintaining pool cleanliness and conducting water quality tests. This opportunity is crucial for maintaining safety standards at the facility and ensuring a positive experience for patrons. Interested vendors must submit their qualifications and relevant experience by April 30, 2025, at noon EST, and can contact Sydney Hocker at sydney.hocker.1@us.af.mil or 302-677-3744 for further information.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the responsibilities for contracting lifeguard services at Dover Air Force Base's outdoor pool from May 20 to September 30, 2025. The contracted service provider, reporting to the 436 Force Support Squadron, is tasked with ensuring swimmer safety through comprehensive monitoring, enforcement of rules, and emergency intervention. Lifeguards must maintain vigilance against hazards, administer CPR and first aid, follow emergency procedures, and complete daily swimming and training logs. Secondary duties include informing patrons, managing the front desk, maintaining pool cleanliness, checking safety equipment, and conducting water quality tests. Required knowledge encompasses water safety, CPR, emergency response, and pool regulations, while essential skills include swimming proficiency, observation, rescue techniques, and clear communication. This document serves as an RFP that aims to establish clear expectations for service delivery, emphasizing a commitment to water safety and operational efficiency at the facility.
    The 436 Contracting Squadron at Dover AFB, DE is seeking qualified small business vendors for lifeguard services at the Dover Swimming Pool from May 20, 2025, to September 30, 2025. This Sources Sought notice aims to gather information for developing an acquisition strategy to determine whether a small business set-aside or full competitive procedures would be appropriate for future Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Interested vendors must provide details about their company, including relevant experience and qualifications. The emphasis is on the voluntary nature of the response, with no obligation for the government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Submissions, which should include specific company information, are due by April 30, 2025, at noon EST. The notice serves solely for market research and has no funding implications for the government regarding responses received.
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